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elizabeth18

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Explain the significance of the Philadelphia chromosome in ALL.
 
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The key factor to distinguish relative and absolute polycythemia is that a relative polycythemia is caused by:
 
  a. Increased production of erythrocytes
  b. Decreased amount of serum
  c. Increased production of erythropoietin
  d. Decreased arterial oxygen saturation


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Two different types of proteins are associated with the Philadelphia chromosome. P210 is homologous to the Philadelphia chromosome, therefore representing the conversion of CML into blast crisis. The second protein, P190, has a probable linkage to de novo acute leukemias such as ALL.

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Correct Answer: B


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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